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Whau Ward News

Auckland's Future In Progress 6 May 2024

Airport goes hi-tech to protect harbour

Putting an airport on a harbour means protection measures have to be taken.

Safety 3 Apr 2024

Safer roads on the way for Avondale and Green Bay

Road safety improvements are in the pipeline for Avondale and Green Bay, thanks to the recent allocation of the Whau Local Board Transport Capital Fund.

Community 12 Mar 2024

Whau making a splash for awa connection

A wonderful event helping students appreciate the Whau’s biodiversity in Archibald Park.

21 Feb 2024

The power of rangatahi celebrated in Whau Youth Awards

The power of young people has been acknowledged at the recent Whau Youth Awards.

Avondale Library 17 Jan 2024

New hours for libraries in Whau

Avondale and Blockhouse Bay Libraries opening hours are set to change.

Arts 16 Jan 2024

Pottering away in Whau this summer

Three clay artists are offering free workshops in the Whau this summer.

Beaches 10 Jan 2024

Harbour pollution seen up close

Manukau Harbour Forum chair Jon Turner has been out with Sea Cleaners to see contamination and pollution for himself.

Plans / Projects 18 Dec 2023

Funding support for Whau community groups

18 community groups were awarded $33,000 in the latest round of Whau Local and Multiboard Grants.

Whau Ward Events

30 Jan 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Rhyme time with stories

Join our rhyme time sessions with stories, songs, and movements.

07 Feb 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

Avondale Chess Club

Join us every Friday after school for a fun and friendly chess session.

05 Apr 2025

Food truck summer series: Manuka Park

Get ready to dive into a world of flavours as the best food trucks in town come together to serve...

05 Apr 2025

Friendly fermented foods

Join Irene Margolis in this practical introductory workshop on fermentation.

05 Apr 2025

Gardening with chickens

Learn how garden ecosystems can meet the lifestyle needs of poultry, reduce care requirements, an...

05 Apr 2025

Nature day festival

Join us for a joyful “13 Bedar”, the Persian nature's day celebration!

23 Mar 2025 - 13 Apr 2025

English Conversation Corners

Join our qualified English teacher, Ingrid on Sundays.

04 Mar 2025 - 25 Nov 2025

Textile Tuesday

Bring your own project, browse new craft books and learn from others along the way.